Labour bill would stop ‘dodgy front companies’ making political donations Bill would also give votes to 16-year-olds and pave the way for ‘opt-out’ voter registration The Guardian - UK · Feb 11
House passes revamped citizenship and voter ID bill After weeks of pressure from rank-and-file Republicans, the House on Wednesday passed a bill aimed at creating a federal voter ID mandate. Roll Call · Feb 11
Mia Amor Mottley on course for third term, as Barbados heads to the polls PM and global climate action advocate looks set to secure another victory despite voter concerns over cost of living and crime The Guardian - UK · Feb 11
Voter ID bill up next in the House, with Senate future uncertain Republicans are weighing how far to take their election-year push on voter ID — and whether to tighten federal control over elections in the first place. Roll Call · Feb 10
Trump shrugs off racist meme posting amid rare wave of GOP criticism Continuing a recent trend, some Republicans have criticized President Donald Trump over a racist meme shared by his social media account. Roll Call · Feb 9
Top Democrat’s dire warning over Trump threat to ‘steal’ the midterm congressional elections Trump told podcaster Dan Bongino that feds should ‘take over the voting’ in as many as 15 jurisdictions run by Democrats The Independent UK · Feb 8
Japan snap elections: PM Sanae Takaichi’s LDP secures majority in lower house - top developments Japan's ruling LDP, led by PM Sanae Takaichi, is poised for a significant win in snap elections, exit polls suggest. This victory could empower Takaichi to advance her conservative agenda, including increased defense spending. However, voter concerns about inflation and economic stability persist, alongside heightened regional tensions with China. The Times of India · Feb 8
Thai PM’s party on track to win election in blow to pro-democracy camp Staunch royalist Anutin Charnvirakul’s Bhumjaithai party builds commanding lead on disappointing night for rivals The Guardian - UK · Feb 8
Will PM Sanae Takaichi win the Japan general elections 2026? Voters trudge through snow in rare winter polls Voting began on Sunday across Japan in a key election for the 465-member House of Representatives, widely regarded as a referendum on Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s leadership and her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP)-led government. The outcome will determine whether Takaichi consolidates her position or faces political uncertainty amid growing scrutiny… The Times of India · Feb 8
'Jim Crow 2.0': All about racial segregation laws and why Schumer linked them to SAVE Act | Explained Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer recently described the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act as “nothing more than Jim Crow 2.0,” arguing that the proposal would “disenfranchise millions of Americans.” The Times of India · Feb 6
Trump shocks with ‘disgusting’ Truth post depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes White House Press Secretary dismissed the ‘fake outrage’ over the ‘racist’ post The Independent UK · Feb 6
Decisive voter behind NFL’s MVP controversy explains why he didn’t pick Stafford or Maye Stafford edged out Maye and Justin Herbert to the prestigious award, in what was the closest vote since Peyton Manning and Steve McNair were co-winners in 2003 The Independent UK · Feb 6
Lone Justin Herbert MVP Voter Explains Why He Voted for Chargers QB The Chargers’ signal-caller earned a single first-place NFL MVP vote. Sports Illustrated · Feb 6
Trump says he will only accept the midterm results ‘if the elections are honest’ and again pushes to ‘nationalize’ voting President Donald Trump also refused to rule out a third term The Independent UK · Feb 5
The Guardian - US · Feb 4 California can use a new congressional map in November, supreme court rules Approved by voters, the new map gives Democrats as many as five seats, neutralizing five GOP seats added by Texas
Axios · Feb 4 Trump's 2020 grievances fuel election power grabs Republicans are under intensifying pressure to guard their Washington trifecta in 2026.
The Times of India · Feb 4 What is SAVE Act? CNN polling finds strong voter ID support among Black Americans and other groups A recent CNN polling analysis suggests that voter identification requirements enjoy wide public backing in the United States, cutting across party lines and racial groups.
Sports Illustrated · Feb 4 The 60 Greatest Moments in Super Bowl History From the unforgettable helmet catch to Prince lighting up the halftime show, a comprehensive ranking of the most iconic moments from the big game.
The Guardian - US · Feb 4 Democrats launch aggressive campaign to win back infrequent voters DNC’s Local Listeners initiative will target one million ‘infrequent’ voters in battleground districts
Roll Call · Feb 3 Top Republicans throw cold water on ‘nationalizing’ elections The SAVE Act has become a rallying cry, but some see larger constitutional issues — or warn of slippery slopes in partisan times.
The Guardian - US · Feb 3 Trump suggests Republicans should ‘take over’ elections to protect the party President claims idea to ‘nationalize’ elections in 15 states before midterms is to prevent rare noncitizen voting
Axios · Feb 3 Trump's 11th-hour help puts Johnson within reach of ending shutdown "We want to vote on voter ID in the Senate, and I think we're going to get it."
The Guardian - US · Feb 2 These states voted to protect abortion rights. Conservative lawmakers are not standing down A trial in Missouri illustrates how hard it is to restore abortion rights, even when voters demand it
The Guardian - US · Feb 1 The FBI’s seizure of 2020 ballots in Georgia is a signal of what’s to come The administration’s efforts show the lengths to which Trump is willing to go to lay the groundwork for 2026
The Guardian - US · Jan 31 This one weird trick could stop US women from voting The Save Act – which would do the opposite of its title – could have a huge impact on the midterm elections